Elizabeth Francis, a 115-year-old woman from Houston, Texas, is now the oldest living person in the United States and the fourth-oldest documented person living in the world. She attributes her long life to her faith and family. She has three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.
Key Points
Belief in the loyalty of family and taking care of her own
Never drove a car but worked outside the home
Active member of Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church
Attributes her long life to God and faith
Pros
Oldest living person in the United States
Fourth-oldest documented person living in the world